Russia says new US sanctions, if signed by Trump, would make Ukraine peace deal harder
The bill would let President Donald Trump impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
- On Wednesday, the United States House of Representatives passed a comprehensive sanctions package targeting Russia's economy, with lawmakers dubbing the measure the "sanctions bill from hell" to exert greater pressure on Moscow.
- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov denounced the legislation as an 'unfriendly' action on Thursday, indicating that Russia is scrutinizing the bill's progress closely while evaluating its potential diplomatic impact.
- The measure mandates secondary tariffs of up to 100% on the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas, while also authorizing sanctions against officials, businessmen, banks, energy projects, and "shadow fleet" vessels.
- Following The Senate's approval, the bill now awaits President Donald Trump's signature to be enacted into law, marking the final hurdle before the package can take effect.
- Officials in The Kremlin warned that these additional sanctions could complicate efforts to find a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, creating uncertainty regarding future diplomatic negotiations between the nations.
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Moscow warns of consequences of new sanctions package for peace efforts
US House passes Russia sanctions bill: Why Kremlin says it will ‘complicate’ Ukraine peace efforts
The US House has passed a Russia sanctions bill that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on countries, including India, that buy Russian oil and gas. The Kremlin warned that new sanctions could complicate efforts to reach a peace deal in Ukraine.
'Implications for ties, unauthorised, unfriendly': How India, Russia and China reacted to US sanctions Bill
A new US sanctions bill allows tariffs on countries buying Russian energy. India prioritizes energy security and economic interests while monitoring developments. Russia criticizes the sanctions, stating they could hinder Ukraine peace efforts. China rejects US "long-arm jurisdiction" over its trade cooperation. The bill expands sanctions and tariff authorities against Russia and its energy partners.
The Kremlin warned on Thursday that the new sanctions passed on Wednesday by the American Congress, targeting Russia's hydrocarbon exports and its customers, will "complicate diplomatic efforts for a peace agreement," reports AFP, according to News.ro.
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